What are the responsibilities and job description for the Activities Assistant position at Compass Park?
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Indiana Masonic Home Compass Park is looking to add to our Activities Team. Compass Park is a vast 320-acre community in the heart of Johnson County adjacent to Indianapolis. It is a vibrant community through all seasons and a place of beauty, rich in tall trees and winding footpaths. This job is in Franklin, IN.
Activities Assistant Responsibilities:
- Plan, assist, and execute Outings, Special Events, and Programs.
- Attends all required Facility in-services and maintains compliance with OSHA, ISDH, and various other federal and state regulatory agencies.
- Maintain records of all residents’ participation whether it be group activity, self-initiated, or 1:1 visit.
- Do weekly 1:1 visits as assigned and report to Activities Director.
- Inform Activities Director of supplies needed for activities, personal supplies for resident’s self-initiated activities, and purchase supplies needed for special activities as requested by Activities Director.
- Conduct Activities on the calendar in a timely fashion and let Activities Director know of any changes immediately.
- Comply with other duties assigned in a timely fashion given by Activities Director.
- Understand, comply with, and promote all rules and regulations regarding residents’ rights; promote positive relationships with residents and visitors, to include presenting a professional appearance.
- Deliver mail, flyers, and newspapers daily. Invite and encourage residents to participate in group activities daily, but respect wishes of residents that choose not to participate.
Activities Assistant Requirements:
- A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
- Experience with dementia care and dementia care activities
- Moderate reading and writing, proficient interpersonal relations, and communicative skills.
- Good computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office are preferred. Background with activities in a long-term care facility is a plus but not required.
Activities Assistant Benefits:
- Work Life Balance
- Weekly Pay with Daily Pay options
- Discounted onsite childcare for all employees
- Generous (PTO) after 90 days of employment Complete health, vision, and dental care benefits with eligibility on the first day of the month after 60 days of employ
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